While unusual, this combination of chicken and avocado is impressive! Sooo easy to make and fast to cook!Ingredients:Makes about 8 patties450g minced chicken 1/2 cup breadcrumbs1 ripe avocado, cut into chunks2 cloves garlic, choppedsalt, pepper, paprika to tasteDirections: Toss the chunks of avocado, breading and garlic together. Blend mixture into the ground chicken being careful not to mush the avocado. Form into 8 patties...

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This focaccia recipe has the most awesome crust ever! It makes a great appetiser or an accompaniment to a mixed platter of meat and cheese. Ingredients:Makes a 10x15 inch dish1 package dry yeast 1 cup warm water 1 tsp honey 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 2 tsp salt, divided 1/4 cup plus 3 tbsp olive oil, divided 1 large onion, thinly sliced 1 medium tomato, cut into 1/4-inch slices 2 sprigs fresh rosemary, needles...

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A spicy, sweet soup served with a dollop of yoghurt and pine nuts.Ingredients:Makes 4 servings1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil 1/2 cup onion, chopped 1/2 tbsp garlic, minced 1 tbsp ginger, minced 450g carrots, peeled and chopped 1 medium russet potato, peeled and chopped 3 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable stock 1/8 cup pine nuts 3/4 cups plain low-fat Greek yogurt 1/2 tsp honey 1/2 tsp minced fresh thyme Freshly ground pepper SaltDirections: Combine the olive...

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A classic Italian pasta sauce :)Ingredients:Makes 4 servings1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/3 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley 1/4 cup pitted chopped Spanish or Greek olives 2 tbsp capers 1 tsp anchovy paste or 6 anchovy fillets1 tbsp fresh oregano leaves or 1 tsp dried 1/8 tsp crushed red pepper flakes 1 can (400g) diced tomatoes 3/4 cup chopped fresh rucola1/4 cup grated Parmesan Directions: Bring a large pot...

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A great weekend dinner, light on the calories while having a great taste :) It takes about an hour from start to finish, however it is very easy to prepare. Ingredients:Makes 2 servings2 skinless chicken thighs, with bones 1 tbsp olive oil 1/3 red bell pepper, sliced 1/3 yellow bell pepper, sliced 2 slices prosciutto, chopped 1 cloves garlic, chopped 1/2 can diced tomatoes 1/3 cup white wine 1 tsp dried thyme 1...

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Dark, moist and delightfully rich, this is a staple dessert I bake every so often. Ingredients:Serves 8-10 (1 loaf tin)190g unsalted butter, softened, lus extra for greasing130g plain flour, plus extra for dusting190g soft light brown sugar3 large eggs60g cocoa powder1 tsp baking powder20ml whole milk1 tbsp strong coffee, cooledDirections:Preheat the oven to 170 degrees Celsius, then grease the loaf tin with butter and...

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The quickest of meals, enough to quench the hungriest of appetites!Ingredients:Makes 4 servings2 chicken breasts, cut into thin chunks1 onion, sliced2 peppers, sliced1 tbsp olive oil1 tsp cornflour1 pkt fajita spice mix (*see note below)Guacamole or sour cream, to serve8 fajitas (or wraps) Directions: Put the chicken, onion and peppers in a casserole dish. Add the oil, fajita spice mix and the cornflour and...

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Easy as 1,2,3 and wonderfully tangy!Ingredients:Makes 2 servings1 tsp olive oil 1 small onion, chopped 1 garlic clove, peeled and chopped 155g jar roasted red peppers, drained and chopped 100ml chicken stock or vegetable stock 60g crumbled feta cheese Salt Freshly ground black pepper Fresh parsley leaves, chopped Directions: Heat the oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Saute onion and garlic until soft, about 10 minutes. Add roasted peppers and...

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Lovely, unusual recipe!Ingredients:Makes 2 servings1/2 cup basmati rice 1/2 tin pineapple rounds1/2 tbsp ginger, peeled and minced1/2 tbsp vegetable oil 1/2 tbsp soy sauce, plus a splash for the salsa 1/2 tsp Chinese five-spice powder 4 green onions4 (small) pork chopsPinch of red pepper flakes  Directions: Combine the rice and 1 cup water in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil. Cover, reduce the heat to...

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